Registrations open for 2026 MLA Updates – Townsville as MLA turns dialogue into delivery under Strategic Plan

Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) has opened registrations for MLA Updates 2026, which will be held in Townsville on 24 November.
 
The annual event will bring together producers and industry stakeholders from across the red meat supply chain to hear updates on MLA's investments in research, development and marketing, and to engage directly with MLA leadership and program teams.
 
Following strong attendance in 2025, when more than 450 people participated, MLA Updates 2026 will showcase practical outcomes being delivered for levy payers and provide an update on progress against MLA's five-year Strategic Plan.
 
MLA Managing Director Mick Crowley said the event provides an important opportunity for producers and stakeholders to gain insights into MLA's work and discuss the issues shaping the future of the industry.
 
"MLA Updates is an opportunity to connect directly with producers and industry participants, share the progress we've made and discuss the opportunities ahead for Australia's red meat and livestock sector," Mr Crowley said.
 
"As we move through the second year of our five-year Strategic Plan, we're looking forward to sharing practical outcomes and providing updates on our progress against our five bold ambitions."
 
Attendees will receive updates on MLA's work to:

• Contribute to Australia's net zero ambition
• Deliver value-based marketing
• Establish multibreed genetic evaluation and livestock credentials
• Drive demand through marketing, market access and social capital
• Invest in our industry's people.

The two-day program will feature speakers from across the value chain and MLA's programs, providing insights into current initiatives and future priorities for the sector.
 
Further details, including speaker announcements and information on networking and social opportunities, will be released in the lead-up to the event.
 
Further program details will be announced in the coming weeks. 
  
To register, please visit: MLA Updates 2026 Registration